The European University Festival 2026 is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Plastic Free Odv Onlus , a leading volunteer organization committed to environmental protection and the prevention of plastic pollution. Signed in Brussels on 17 February 2026, the agreement recognizes Plastic Free as an Institutional Partner of the Festival , reinforcing the 2026 edition’s commitment — dedicated to “Europe and Climate Change” — to concrete action i

The European Commission has formally initiated the process that will define the climate and energy policy framework for the period beyond 2030. The discussion concerns several key elements of the European regulatory architecture, including: The potential use of international carbon credits The review of national climate targets The evolution of the Effort Sharing and LULUCF frameworks The pathway toward climate neutrality by 2050 Two public consultations have been opened to c

We are pleased to announce that Professor Katinka Bellomo, Associate Professor at the University of Padova and Lead Author of the upcoming IPCC AR7 Report, has joined the Scientific Committee of the European University Festival. Her research focuses on climatology and the dynamics of the climate system, with particular attention to climate variability, extreme events, tipping points, and ocean–atmosphere interactions in the context of global climate change. Thanks to her dist

Professor Carlo Carraro is an internationally recognized climate scientist and a leading expert on climate change. He is a contributor to the Nobel Prize–winning Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and has played a key role in advancing climate science at the global level. His research focuses on climate modeling , regional climate change , and the impacts of climate variability , with a particular emphasis on the Mediterranean region. Professor Carraro scientif

Sara Taglialagamba is the Head of the Art Academies Section of the European University Festival, bringing her expertise as a leading...

We are thrilled to announce that the Albertina Academy of Fine Arts of Turin , one of Italy’s most prestigious artistic institutions, is...

Today, Pierangelo Saba, Founder and Director of the European University Festival, had the honor of meeting the President of the Piedmont Region, Alberto Cirio, to discuss the European University Festival, which will bring universities, researchers, and students from around the world to Turin from May 21 to 24, 2026. A unique event that will put science at the service of the future, addressing the crucial topics of climate change, technological innovation, and sustainability.

We are honored to announce that Chef Igles Corelli, a pioneer of Circular Cuisine and a prominent figure in the international gastronomic...

Professor Luca Mercalli Joins the Festival as a Climate Expert We are honored to announce that Professor Luca Mercalli, president of the...

An extraordinary event dedicated to the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, curated by Professor Sara Taglialagamba, will be featured at the European University Festival. This event will offer a unique perspective on his inventions and visionary ideas, serving as a source of inspiration for participants in the university hackathon as they develop innovative solutions to address climate change. #LeonardoDaVinci #GeniusForClimate #InspirationForTheFuture #EuropeanUniversityFestival #C